Full Time Position based in Port Macquarie.
Are you a passionate and dedicated Speech Pathologist seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families?
Join our dynamic and compassionate team in Port Macquarie, and be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where every day presents new opportunities to grow, learn, and inspire.
Early Connections Alliance is a network of not-for-profit organisations working together to create a strong and connected Early Childhood Intervention Network on the Mid North Coast. All locations are Registered NDIS Providers working with a diverse range of children with a variety of needs and diagnoses. New graduates are welcome to apply and may be employed as an AHA until qualifications are formalised.
Why work for us:
- Above award pay rates and conditions – 6 weeks paid leave and 15 days personal leave per year (or pro rata).
- Relocation cost reimbursement may be available
- Full Salary packaging benefits – increased tax free income. Public Benevolent Institutions (PBI’s) – (up to $15,899), Meal and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650) and Novated Leasing all available.
- Diverse range of clients with a variety of needs and diagnoses.
- Preexisting caseload
- Option for new graduates to work as an Allied Health Assistant (AHA) until qualifications are finalised
- Regular supervision and mentoring
- Highly experienced team of Early Intervention Specialist Teachers, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapists.
- Be a part of the Early Connections Alliance (from Taree to Coffs Harbour) and benefit from the knowledge and experience of a vast Allied Health and Education Team.
- Work alongside our experienced senior therapy and teaching staff.
- Access to generous professional development opportunities
- Flexible, family-friendly work arrangements
About the role:
- Provide assessments, interventions and therapy to children 0-12 years with a diverse range of disabilities.
- Visits to the home, childcare and school environments to provide an inclusive model of practice. Early Connections has extensive relationships within the community.
- Opportunity to be a Key Worker within a transdisciplinary model and to provide consultation to Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Early Childhood Educators and families.
- Educational sessions for parents, teachers and preschool staff.
- Using CRM and iPad technology.
The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:
- Tertiary Degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent
- Eligibility for membership of Speech Pathology Australia
- Experience providing Speech Pathology services to children and families
- Excellent communication skills and experience working in a multidisciplinary team
- Driver’s licence as this position would require some travel between services
- NSW Working with Children and NDIS Worker Screening Check
- A commitment to Best Practice in Early Childhood Intervention, inclusive practice, family centred approach to service delivery
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Willingness to adopt and recommend routine based therapy strategies to facilitate child development.
- Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based practise.
- Ability to organise time and set priorities.
Whist there is a work vehicle, some travel is required using your own car. A current driver’s licence and comprehensive care insurance are prerequisites for the position. A current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check are required. Part-time status will be negotiated on employment and may be dependent on the applicant’s level of experience.
For a confidential discussion or to request a position information pack please call or email Allison White (Manager): 02 6583 8238 or allison@earlyconnections-pmh.org.au.
Applications must address the selection criteria.
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